Flying from Vancouver to Fort Lauderdale: what you need to know
When looking for a flight from Vancouver to Fort Lauderdale, there's a range of airports to depart from. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are some of Vancouver's main terminals.
Touch down at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), the major arrival point in Fort Lauderdale.
A direct flight from Vancouver to Fort Lauderdale takes an average of 5 hours 53 minutes. The timezone in Fort Lauderdale is UTC-4, which makes it 3 hours ahead of Vancouver.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Vancouver to Fort Lauderdale.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. A good rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
If you have a passport from Canada and plan to travel to United States for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may differ based on the reason for your trip and can be subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, check with your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before reserving a cheap flight from Vancouver to Fort Lauderdale.
Flying from Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Vancouver to Fort Lauderdale, they're available from Vancouver International Airport (YVR). Fly from YVR to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) without making any stops.
When departing from YVR, you can catch a direct flight from Vancouver to Fort Lauderdale with WestJet.
The journey from central Vancouver to YVR takes about 33 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 26 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After a stress-free start to your break? Stay near Vancouver International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Vancouver to Fort Lauderdale or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
CXH is around 2 kilometres from central Vancouver. It'll take you 5 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 16 minutes.
Get your vacation started early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Vancouver to Fort Lauderdale, take things easy in one of these hotels close to Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport:
Arriving in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to the centre of Fort Lauderdale takes about 15 minutes by car. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
It takes around 27 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Vancouver to Fort Lauderdale. Book one of these accommodation options near FLL instead:
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Fort Lauderdale
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Fort Lauderdale is C$128. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$205. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Score cheap flights from Vancouver to Fort Lauderdale by booking 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Vancouver to Fort Lauderdale. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Best time to go to Fort Lauderdale
July is the most popular month for flights from Vancouver to Fort Lauderdale. To skip the crowds, head to Fort Lauderdale in May.
Book your flight from Vancouver to Fort Lauderdale for August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Fort Lauderdale to range from 26ºC to 32ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Search for cheap flights from Vancouver to Fort Lauderdale sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Fort Lauderdale
Once you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Fort Lauderdale, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Fort Lauderdale:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Coconut Grove Residences on Fort Lauderdale Beach, Bonnet House Museum and Gardens and Jungle Queen Riverboat are leading attractions which should feature on any good Fort Lauderdale itinerary.
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